breakout showing, public program, performing arts residency

First Nations Dance Residency: Kaine Sultan-Babij, 'Sovereign Sequins'


Photo: Morgan Sette.

Showing and Q&A

When: Friday, May 31, 6-7pm

Cost: $10 (+ booking fee)

Note: Please arrive 15 minutes early to grab a drink. These events will be 1 hour (including a Q&A for the 6pm showing). 

  • This showing and Q&A will be held in The Mill Breakout. Please come to the Exhibition Space at 154 Angas Street, the bar will be open to grab a drink before we take you through to The Breakout.

    Please arrive at 5:45pm arrival for a 6pm sharp start.

    This event will be 1 hour (including the Q&A).

    Accessibility

    Disability access is available via our Angas St entrance, access the pedestrian ramp on the corner of Gunson St to get to our front door, which will be open.

    The Mill has concrete flooring throughout with no internal steps and a disability toilet on site.

    Read more in-depth information on our accessibility web page.

    If you have questions or would like to talk to one of The Mill team contact info@themilladelaide.com


Fusing Contemporary Indigenous Dance with the bold artistry of drag, Kaine Sultan-Babij will explore themes of identity, self-expression, and storytelling through movement and character.

Audiences can expect a captivating performance blending contemporary Indigenous dance with elements of drag. The show promises to take viewers on a dynamic journey exploring culture, identity, and expression, leaving them inspired and uplifted.

Kaine Sultan-Babij is a versatile artist renowned for their work in dance, choreography, and drag performance, captivating audiences with their dynamic performances that blend genres and push artistic boundaries.

About the artist:

  • Kaine Sultan-Babij is an Arrernte and Gurindji Contemporary Dance Artist, renowned for their work in dance, choreography, and drag performance. Based in Kaurna Country, Kaine stands as an Independent Dancer and Choreographer, contributing to the vibrant Australian performing arts scene.

    Alongside their achievements in dance, the emergence of Estelle, a captivating Drag Performer and Persona, has added another layer to Kaine's artistic repertoire. Through electrifying performances, Estelle has earned a respected place in the Adelaide drag scene, embodying a powerful fusion of Tradition, creativity, and contemporary expression.

    With a background that includes performing with Leigh Warren and Dancers, Bangarra Dance Theatre, and the Australian Dance Theatre, Kaine has skilfully blended Contemporary Dance and Contemporary Indigenous Dance. Based in Kaurna Country, Kaine stands as an Independent Dancer and Choreographer, contributing to the vibrant Australian performing arts scene.

    Together, Kaine and Estelle embody a powerful fusion of Tradition, creativity, and contemporary expression, making a lasting impression on the dance and drag communities in Australia.


 

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.